Standalone Payroll Officer

Standalone Payroll Officer | 12-Month FTC | Global Water Technology Leader

Join a world-leading water technology company dedicated to solving the planet’s most critical water challenges. With a local team of 350 across Australia and New Zealand, they offer a collaborative environment where operational excellence meets a strong sense of purpose.

We are seeking an experienced Payroll professional to join the HR team. This is a standalone payroll role where you will take full ownership of the ANZ monthly cycle while collaborating with a global finance and HR network.

The Role

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Managing the full monthly payroll cycle for ANZ, ensuring all staff are paid accurately.
• Utilising Workday HRIS and ADP for payments, ensuring seamless communication between platforms.
• Interpreting a variety of Modern Awards and managing multiple non-award contracts.
• Reviewing automated timesheets and managing off-cycle payments for new starters.
• Preparing leave summaries, payroll costing reports, and assisting with bank reconciliations, superannuation, and payroll tax.
• Identifying opportunities to reduce manual data entry and streamline payroll workflows.

What We Are Looking For

• Significant experience with ADP is essential.
• A deep understanding of Australian and New Zealand payroll legislation and tax requirements.
• The ability to work autonomously as the sole payroll lead for the region
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Confidence in working across multiple time zones and communicating with global finance teams.

Why Join Us?

• Participate in volunteering (20 hours per year) and support global sustainability initiatives.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Access to a 13% super.
• Be part of a diverse, positive team with regular town halls and engagement with senior global leadership.

Please register your interest by uploading your CV via the link or email me directly; Jessi Musson, jessica.musson@randstad.com.au. I look forward to discussing how this role with you.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.